Property experts in the UAE highlight that a growing number of residents are choosing to live closer to workplace hubs, as traffic congestion reshapes daily life and housing decisions. For many, the rhythm of work and commute is becoming increasingly exhausting. As traffic levels return to pre-disruption norms, residents say long and unpredictable journeys — common in most global cities — are steadily eating into personal time, prompting a rethink of where they live. According to the Inrix Global Traffic Report, Dubai motorists lost 45 hours to traffic in 2025, up from 35 hours the previous year. Data from the…
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MAKKAH — The Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) Vice President Dr. Bandar AbalKhail carried out inspection visits in Makkah and Madinah regions on Saturday. The visits were part of Nazaha’s comprehensive oversight activities, implemented in line with the directives of the Saudi leadership and ongoing efforts to serve pilgrims and enable them to perform their rituals in ease and comfort. The tour is mainly aimed at verifying that relevant entities have completed all necessary arrangements and preparations to serve pilgrims in Makkah, Madinah, and the holy sites, as well as at land, sea, and air entry points. It also assessed…
DHAKA — A worsening measles outbreak in Bangladesh has killed 10 more children, bringing the total death toll to 294 since mid-March, health authorities said Sunday. More than 1,260 new infections were recorded in the past 24 hours, raising the total number of cases to over 45,800, according to the Directorate General of Health Services. The capital Dhaka has reported the highest number of fatalities, with 149 deaths, as patients from rural areas continue to travel to the city for advanced medical care, including access to life-support facilities. Authorities said the country is facing a shortage of testing kits amid…
RIYADH — The Middle East experienced strong travel and tourism growth, with Saudi Arabia remaining at the heart of this growth, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). Saudi Arabia, the largest travel and tourism economy in the region, accounted for $178 billion in GDP and 46 percent of the Middle East’s total travel and tourism economy during the year 2025, it was revealed in the WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research (EIR). The EIR, a leading global study of travel and tourism performance, highlighted the region’s strong performance across key indicators, including international visitor spending, domestic travel, and…
Dubai Public Prosecution is investigating a case in which two suspects impersonating police officers allegedly robbed a company representative of about Dh1.7 million, while three others were later arrested in connection with the crime. According to official details, the case was reported in the Al Muraqqabat area, near a commercial centre in Al Muteena, where the victim, an Egyptian salesman, had just collected cash payments from clients on behalf of his company. The man told investigators he had exited an office on the third floor of a building carrying approximately Dh1.7 million, belonging to a wholesale electronics firm, after collecting proceeds…
AR RASS — Al Hilal kept their Roshn Saudi League title hopes alive with a convincing 3-0 victory over Al Hazem on Saturday. Trailing leaders Al Nassr by eight points before kickoff, the reigning champions responded with a composed performance to reduce the gap and maintain pressure in the title race. Karim Benzema opened the scoring early, striking in the ninth minute to give Al Hilal control of the contest. The visitors managed the game effectively before Marcos Leonardo doubled the lead in the closing stages, finishing clinically after coming off the bench. Ruben Neves then wrapped up the win…
LONDON, 3rd May, 2026 (WAM) — Manchester United secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Liverpool today at Old Trafford in a pivotal Week 35 Premier League clash. The result sees United climb to 64 points to occupy third place, while Liverpool remain in fourth on 58 points. Matheus Cunha fired the hosts ahead after just six minutes, with Benjamin Sesko doubling the advantage in the 14th minute. Liverpool fought back as Dominik Szoboszlai pulled one back in the 47th minute before Cody Gakpo levelled the scoring in the 56th. However, Kobbie Mainoo proved to be the hero for United, restoring…
Question: I want to understand leave balance laws in the UAE. I have several weeks of pending leave accumulated over the past few years. As per the law, can I encash it? How does the process work? Answer: Pursuant to your queries, the provisions of the UAE employment law and its subsequent cabinet resolutions are applicable. In the UAE, an employee is entitled for 30 days of annual leave for each completing year of service with the employer. This is in accordance with Article 29(1)(a) of the Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Employment Relations…
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that American naval forces will begin escorting neutral foreign vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday morning Middle East time. Trump described the initiative, dubbed “Project Freedom,” as a humanitarian effort aimed at assisting ships stranded in the waterway amid ongoing tensions. He said vessels from multiple countries had requested assistance after becoming trapped, adding that the U.S. Navy would use its “best efforts” to guide ships and their crews safely out of the restricted passage. Trump noted that some of the ships were running low on food and essential…
DAMMAM — Al Qadsiah stunned league leaders Al Nassr with a 3-1 victory on Sunday, ending their 16-match winning run in the Roshn Saudi League. Al Nassr remain top with 79 points from 31 matches, holding a five-point lead over Al Hilal, who have a game in hand. Al Qadsiah, unbeaten at home this season, moved to 68 points in fourth place, just one point behind Al Ahli. Mohammed Abu Al Shamat gave the hosts the lead in the 24th minute with a close-range finish, before João Félix equalized for Al Nassr just before halftime. However, Musab Al Juwayr restored…